Even though many of us are in awe of our new pope (especially because he is from the U.S.), it is heartwarming to see the “human” side of him, which helps us relate to him and comprehend that he is truly “one of us.” Here are a few things that you may or may not know about him:
- He was the Editor-in-Chief of his high school yearbook.
- He is a fan of the White Sox.
- He likes to play Wordle.
- His favorite sport is tennis.
- His colleagues have praised him for his missionary heart.
- He was at Villanova Seminary at the same time that one of our weekend priests, Fr. Ron Essman, studied there. They attended classes, ate meals, and participated in many activities together. Fr. Ron remembers him as a “really nice guy” and is pleased to have had the opportunity to spend time with him.
Next week, we will take a look at his many years in Peru.
